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Samsonlab

Samsonlab

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Australian looking for information about Vanuatu

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17

About me

Australian

Lives in Sydney

Speaks english

Registration: 12 November 2014

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Samsonlab replied to a thread
8 years ago
Priscilla

Expand your social circle in Vanuatu by Priscilla

Hello everyone, Moving to Vanuatu means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop a ...

Samsonlab

Hi I found your message very sad. I currently live in Australia but travel frequently to Vanuatu to our house there. We have made many friends over there that we love very much. You don't work or have small kids but that is neither here nor ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
9 years ago
Shannon123

Builders in Vanuatu by Shannon123

Hi guys and girls, It's great to be a member here and not just reading about everyone else I hope I can contribute eventually. Currently I am looking at land in santo and efate Vanuatu aboutn10000m2 to put some boutique bungalows on, nothing fancy ...

Samsonlab

1500vuv a day or 7500 a week If really good you can pay 2000 a day Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Samsonlab

Hi Glenn Congratulations on the move. While there are many expats running building companies you would be best advised to ask around about who built what. Check out some of the recent builds,e.g. island Magic A good tip is whatever timeline you are ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Vanuatu forum, introduce yourself here by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Vanuatu forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Samsonlab

Hello My deepest sympathy for your loss and all that proceeded. If you want to talk to some beautiful people in Mele Area (10min outside Port Vila) I can provide details. They are an ex AUST & ex KIWI who run local clinics for the people and ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
9 years ago
Christine

What do you like the most in Vanuatu? by Christine

Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Vanuatu? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Vanuatu and the reason why you enjoy ...

Samsonlab

This is a really easy question The best thing is the local people,easy going,happy,trustworthy. Consider an entire people who trust like a five year old would. Sadly as with any other race the is the odd bad apple but the Majority are simply ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
9 years ago
yjamesdidit

Cost of living for a Family in Vanuatu. Moving from NZ by yjamesdidit

Hi there, My family and I are moving from NZ to Vanuatu in October. I'm desperately seeking info on cost of living. - rental accommodation (3 bedroom houses on Efate, I will be working in Port Vila) - cost of power - cost of internet, is it ...

Samsonlab

Hi Bella My bill for TELSAT in MAY 9,995VATU phone & unlimited internet broadband regards Kevin Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
yjamesdidit

Cost of living for a Family in Vanuatu. Moving from NZ by yjamesdidit

Hi there, My family and I are moving from NZ to Vanuatu in October. I'm desperately seeking info on cost of living. - rental accommodation (3 bedroom houses on Efate, I will be working in Port Vila) - cost of power - cost of internet, is it ...

Samsonlab

Hi Guys Yeah that's our beagle Charli, she's in Aust with us, eventually we will move over for 9 months of the year . We bought a house in Mele with the view to eventually retire there. Still fixing the place up for renting short term now ... Read More

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10 years ago
Julien

Healthcare in Vanuatu by Julien

Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vanuatu ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vanuatu? Thanks in advance for sharing ...

Samsonlab

Hi Julie Best advice is take out insurance with ProMedical,they have a web site and are really great The biggest threat is tropical ulcers so buy some Bactroban as soon as you get there and keep any scratches/minor cuts covered it is the Tropics ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
yjamesdidit

Cost of living for a Family in Vanuatu. Moving from NZ by yjamesdidit

Hi there, My family and I are moving from NZ to Vanuatu in October. I'm desperately seeking info on cost of living. - rental accommodation (3 bedroom houses on Efate, I will be working in Port Vila) - cost of power - cost of internet, is it ...

Samsonlab

Hi James and sandy You can get unlimited broadband from Telsat for 110,00vatu per month,that's about $120aud Child care is a bit iffy,there are some expat run places but I Believe you could hire a local housekeeper who has kids,they will take ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
Marie Geraldine

Taking family pets to Vanuatu from Oz by Marie Geraldine

We are thinking of moving to Vila and would.livr to know if anyone has been able to take their pets over as well. Of so, what are the result and regulations on this. Thank you Marie G

Samsonlab

Hi Marie Taking pets is very easy as long as all vaccinations are up to date Please contact Customs and Quarrantine for full details You will need to have a vet clearance but the good news is there is no quarrantine period like other countries. Bad ... Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
susan.w

Short term rental by susan.w

Hi everyone, We are considering a short term stay in Vila - 4 to 6 months - from late November. Beside the real estate agents if anyone would know of any houses available short term I would appreciate any information. Also what sports or extra ...

Samsonlab

Island magic is quite expensive as are most resorts in port vila Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
Cyrene

American girl looking for new friends in Vanuatu by Cyrene

Hello all Im an American from New Calendonia living in Vanuatu. Im looking for new friends. Water activities to do, hiking crafts, bible study, clubs for expats. I have no kids of my own but love children and pets and I am open to friendships with ...

Samsonlab

Hi Try emailing *** Really beautiful people who live in Mele Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
susan.w

Health Insurance by susan.w

Hi everyone, wondering if anyone would be willing to share how they have set up their medical/health insurance. Oh and life insurance too? I know we can suspend our private health while away, but not sure how to get insurance while living in Port ...

Samsonlab

Hi Susan Try Promed in Port Vila for health insurance but be warned it will be expensive There are several Insurance companies you could try but maybe through your bank would be least expensive Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
susan.w

Short term rental by susan.w

Hi everyone, We are considering a short term stay in Vila - 4 to 6 months - from late November. Beside the real estate agents if anyone would know of any houses available short term I would appreciate any information. Also what sports or extra ...

Samsonlab

Hi Susan Perhaps you can email me if you seek accommodation in port vila Read More

Samsonlab replied to a thread
10 years ago
Shannon123

Builders in Vanuatu by Shannon123

Hi guys and girls, It's great to be a member here and not just reading about everyone else I hope I can contribute eventually. Currently I am looking at land in santo and efate Vanuatu aboutn10000m2 to put some boutique bungalows on, nothing fancy ...

Samsonlab

Try looking up builders in port Vila Vanuatu dasen also may be able to help Read More